Dream of Dakar – The biggest race of their lives – Episode 3

Glenn’s dream comes to fruition as the team crosses the historic podium into the biggest race of their lives. Their inexperience is exposed when they receive speeding fines, time penalties and struggle with fatigue. Being the sole survivor of the four that started, the pressure and weight of the team’s ambitions now rest firmly on Jake’s shoulders to complete the race.

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Episode Length: 00:30:00

Year: 2012

Episode: 4 of 4

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